Tag: exercise

Only 16% of adult cancer patients in the U.S. meet national exercise guidelines. For men with early stage, low risk prostate cancer, that's a missed opportunity. Studies show active men delay reclassification on Active Surveillance far longer than sedentary men, and muscle mass may matter more for survival than body fat does. keep reading

Prostate cancer patients benefit from personalized exercise plans, including resistance training, aerobic activity, and high-intensity intervals. Each type of exercise brings unique advantages—supporting strength, cardiovascular health, recovery, and overall well-being. keep reading

Evidence shows that lifestyle changes like plant-based eating, regular activity, and stress management can influence prostate cancer outcomes and even affect gene expression. Studies indicate these habits may slow disease progression and offer additional health benefits. keep reading

Recent studies highlight a decline in male fertility, potentially linked to chemical exposure and lifestyle factors. At the same time, new male birth control methods are advancing in clinical trials, signaling a shift in reproductive health options. keep reading

Could a troubled heart and sluggish metabolism set the stage for more aggressive prostate cancer? Mounting studies reveal that cardiometabolic diseases like obesity, diabetes, and hypertension may actually fuel high-risk prostate cancer, but prevention and control are within reach for many men. keep reading

New research asks if healthy lifestyle choices—like diet, supplements, and exercise—can slow the growth of low-risk prostate cancer during active surveillance. While results remain inconclusive, promising signs exist, and minimally invasive focal therapy is emerging as an alternative option. keep reading

Not all cancer-fighting tools come in a prescription bottle. Recent findings reveal that regular exercise can suppress tumor activity, ease cancer-related anxiety, and tip treatment outcomes in men’s favor—even before prostate cancer treatment starts. Could lacing up your sneakers have a surprising impact on prostate cancer’s course? keep reading

Losing excess weight and adopting healthier habits may help men lower their prostate cancer risk. Recent studies suggest web-based and home programs offer promising tools for lasting lifestyle changes and improved health outcomes. keep reading

The “Prostate 8” program highlights eight lifestyle habits—from eating cruciferous vegetables and cooked tomatoes to avoiding whole milk—that research suggests may help men with prostate cancer improve outcomes. Together, these choices may reduce risks and restore a sense of control. keep reading

The news about the power of exercise against cancer just keeps getting better. Two new studies reinforce evidence that working out plays an important role in helping prevent aggressive cancer, and helping to keep it from advancing further. Muscle strength, cardiac fitness and cancer First, in Jan. 2025 the British Journal of Sports Medicine (BJSM) keep reading